Workforce Assistance

Burien is home to a talented, diverse, and highly capable workforce
and thanks to a number of higher education and training programs in the
area, tapping into this talent pipeline has also never been easier.

Whether
you are looking to add employees or enhance the skills of your current
workforce, the City of Burien is committed to helping you navigate a
variety of resources and getting you the workforce you need. For
businesses seeking to add or train employees, contact Economic
Development Manager Andrea Snyder.

Find local talent

Tap into Burien’s talented and multi-lingual workforce by advertising your openings or reserving a table at a local career fair.

If
you would like financial assistance with training or retraining your
employees, the Washington State Board for Community and Technical
Colleges’ Job Skills Program (JSP) offers matching grants for up to 50 percent of training and retraining costs.